Business Continuity & Premises Manager

Cynergy Bank Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital bank in Central London seeks a Business Continuity & Premises Manager to oversee business continuity planning and disaster recovery. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of BCM frameworks, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to influence at senior levels. This role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package, including training, employee recognition, and a competitive salary. Join us to make a significant impact in the future of banking.

Benefits

25 - 30 days holiday

Award winning pension scheme

Healthcare and life assurance

Training and development opportunities

Lifestyle discounts and recognition awards

Qualifications

• Expertise in disaster recovery planning required.
• Ability to lead cross functional projects and influence at senior levels.
• Experience in incident reporting and trend analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage business continuity planning and disaster recovery activities.
• Lead and document Business Impact Analyses (BIA).
• Develop recovery strategies for critical business functions.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and ISO standards.
• Manage and coordinate premises activities across the estate.

Skills

Strong knowledge of BCM frameworks

Excellent stakeholder management

Regulatory requirements familiarity

Problem solving skills

Risk and governance experience

Education

Business Continuity or Risk Management certification (e.g., CBCI, ISO 22301)

Job description

Business Continuity & Premises Manager

Shape the future of business continuity and premises management at Cynergy Bank.

Join us as a Business Continuity & Premises Manager and make a real impact by helping ambitious businesses and individuals achieve their goals through our award winning human digital banking model.

What's the opportunity?

This is a Permanent role based in Central London. You will manage business continuity planning, disaster recovery, and premises operations to ensure resilience and compliance. Reporting to Steven Hart, you will play a key role in safeguarding operational stability and supporting risk management initiatives.

Where You will Work

You will enjoy hybrid working, with 3 days in our Central London office and 2 days from home.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Drive the response and recovery capability by embedding BCM policies, coordinating disaster recovery plans, and managing premises security.
• Growth: A culture that champions curiosity, innovation, and personal growth at every stage.
• Flexibility: A culture that values work life balance, supported by our hybrid working model.
• Rewards: Recognition for your skills and contribution, including annual bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Develop, embed, and maintain BCM policies and procedures in line with governance and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and document Business Impact Analyses (BIA) and ensure alignment with RCSA processes.
• Identify critical business functions and develop recovery strategies to maintain operations during disruptions.
• Create and maintain BCM plans, including business resumption and disaster recovery.
• Manage and coordinate premises activities and contractual reviews across the Cynergy estate.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, ISO standards, and vendor management requirements.

What You Will Bring

• Strong knowledge of BCM frameworks and disaster recovery planning.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and regulatory requirements.
• Preferred: Business Continuity or Risk Management certification (e.g., CBCI, ISO 22301).
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lead cross functional projects and influence at senior levels.
• Risk and governance experience, including incident reporting and trend analysis.

How We Will Support You

• A salary and bonus package designed to recognise your skills and contribution.
• 25 - 30 days holiday (with the option to buy 10 more).
• Award winning pension savings scheme.
• Healthcare, life assurance, and income protection.
• Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 from home).
• Training and development opportunities.

Plus, a range of extras including lifestyle discounts, recognition awards, and volunteering initiatives, all designed to keep you supported and thriving. You can explore the full package here: cyergybank.co.uk/about-us/careers/benefits-and-rewards

Who Are We?

Cynergy Bank is the UK's human digital bank, combining personal service with smart technology to help ambitious businesses and individuals achieve their goals. We know that professional and personal lives often overlap, so our mission is to support customers in all their interdependent banking needs. Since 2018, we have lent over £4bn to scaling businesses and partnered with leading firms to deliver the future of banking. Named Bank of the Year 2025 by MoneyAge, we are recognised for our commitment to customers, innovation, and tailored solutions. This award reflects our team's dedication to delivering exceptional banking experiences, powered by cutting edge technology.

Our values shape everything we do: Putting the customer first, Risk front and centre, Opportunity, empowerment and innovation, United team inclusive and diverse, and Doing the right thing. These principles guide our decisions, drive our culture, and ensure the best outcomes for our customers and colleagues. Learn more about us: cyergybank.co.uk/about-us

This advert covers the main responsibilities and requirements. A full job description will be shared with shortlisted candidates. If you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply as we value potential as much as experience.

At Cynergy Bank, we use anonymous screening at the first stage of recruitment, ensuring every application is reviewed fairly, based on skills and experience alone. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 20 January 2026. Please note, we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Apply now to help shape the future of human digital banking at Cynergy Bank.